Meade Instruments 20 MAX-ACF - Manual (Page 8)

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Looking at or near the Sun will cause irreversible damage to your eye. Do not point this telescope at or near the
Sun. Do not look through the telescope as it is moving.
Counterweights
The MAX counterweights are beautifully
crafted with sure locking, but quick
release, buttons. They allow you to quick-
ly locate balance so you can get back to
work.
MAX Tripod
The MAX-ACF tripod can be transported or permanently installed. It provides a wide stance to assure that it can safely
carry MAX's massive payload in all orientations, but still collapses down to a size that is easy to handle. Its design
assures that despite its wide stance, it will not interfere with optical systems observing on the meridian. Like Max, it sets
up, knocks down, and adjusts without the need of tools.
THE TRIPOD
THE COUNTER-
WEIGHTS
course adjustment
lock lever
Safety Cap
Adjustable
Counterweights
Fixed
Counterweights
(2)
Matching
Slots
Fixed
Counterweight
Knobs (8)
Counterweight
Shaft
Counterweight
Quick Release
Buttons
fine adjustment
turnbuckle
pedestal attachment lever